Sen. Tim Carpenter

Maddy summarySenate Joint Resolution 46 honors the distinguished life and public service of Representative Frederick P. Kessler, recognizing his extensive career in the Wisconsin State Assembly and as a Milwaukee County judge. The resolution acknowledges his contributions to areas such as language immersion schools, redistricting reform, and civil rights, and directs that a copy be provided to his family.

Maddy summarySenate Joint Resolution 47 is a commemorative resolution that recognizes Tuesday, March 25, 2025, as Equal Pay Day in Wisconsin. This resolution acknowledges the ongoing efforts to achieve pay equity for all working women in the state.

Maddy summarySenate Joint Resolution 40 (SJR 40) is a procedural bill that formally recognizes Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month. It acknowledges the significant contributions of Asians, Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders to the history and diversity of Wisconsin and the United States.

Maddy summaryThis joint resolution proclaims May 2025 and May 2026 as Jewish American Heritage Months in Wisconsin. It officially recognizes the historical contributions of Jewish Americans to the state and nation's civic, social, economic, and cultural life.

Maddy summarySB 39 proposes the establishment of a Palliative Care Council. This council would likely address matters related to palliative care services, which aim to provide comfort and support for patients with serious illnesses. An amendment to the bill details the required composition of the council's physician members. Specifically, it mandates that five physicians serve on the council, including two palliative care physicians (one specializing in pediatric palliative care) and two primary care physicians.

Maddy summarySB 178 relates to changes to the low-income housing tax credit program. The provided amendments clarify the timing and application of the qualified allocation plan, which guides how these credits are allocated by the relevant authority.

Maddy summarySJR 14 is a joint resolution from the Wisconsin State Legislature that honors the life and public service of the late Representative David O. Martin. The resolution extends condolences to his family and friends.

Maddy summarySJR 13 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Patrick Fuller, former Wisconsin Assembly Chief Clerk, who passed away in January 2025. It recognizes his 25-year U.S. military career (including service in the Marines and Army, with combat deployments) and his 20-year tenure managing Assembly operations across multiple legislative sessions. The resolution, introduced by numerous legislators, formally expresses the legislature's condolences to his family and extends tribute to his public service. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but serves as a formal acknowledgment of his contributions.

Maddy summarySenate Joint Resolution 54 designates May 2025 and May 2026 as Food Allergy Awareness Months in Wisconsin. This resolution aims to increase public understanding and awareness of food allergies and anaphylaxis within the state.

Maddy summarySenate Joint Resolution 56 proclaims April 20 to 26, 2025, as National Infertility Awareness Week in Wisconsin. The resolution highlights that infertility affects one in six individuals and recognizes it as a disease, impacting women and men equally. It affirms the legal right of patients with infertility to undergo treatments like in vitro fertilization (IVF) and other fertility options. The resolution also rejects the concept of embryonic or fetal "personhood" and encourages participation with RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association.